Obituaries

Mar 7, 2024

Cindy “Kim” Garcia, 67, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at the Taylor Hospice House in Des Moines, Iowa. Her memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Henderson Funeral & Cremation Care. Immediately following her visitation her memorial service will...

Feb 29, 2024

Kenny Patton was born on August 15, 1972, to James Golden and Annie Patton in Des Moines Ia.  He was educated in the Des Moines Public School System and graduated from East High.  Kenny relocated to Denver, Colorado in 2012. He was a dedicated warehouse forklift operator. Kenny liked the social life where he spent time with friends and family....

Feb 28, 2024

Leroy Curl, 70, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.Born in Portland, Arkansas, to the parents Sylvester and Ethel (Cornell) Curl, Lee grew up in DesMoines and graduated from North High School. After High School, Lee found employment withNorthwestern Bell and then the US Postal Office and was part of the USPS Union. During hisfree time,...

Feb 25, 2024

It is with profound sadness that Ms. Jodie “Jo” Mason, age 72, of Urbandale, IA., unfortunately made her  heavenly transition at Iowa Methodist Hospital on  Sunday,  February 25, 2024. Ms. Jo came from humble beginnings.  Born in Lubbock, Texas, Ms. Jo found her passion in life being a Nurse.  Jo attended Grandview College in  Des Moines, IA. where she earned her...

Feb 23, 2024

Mr. Timothy Leroy Whitehead went home to be with the Lord on, February 23, 2024.  Visitation for Mr. Whitehead will be March 8th, 2024 at Henderson Funeral Home Chapel from 5pm-7pm; at 6pm the Hawkeye Elks Lodge #160 of DMS, will do their last rites. Service will be March 9th, 2023 at Hope + Elim, at 12pm-Noon. Mr. Whitehead will...

Feb 21, 2024

John Marshall Boone Jr. 63, passed away on February 21, 2024 in his sleep with his beloved Reyna Jacobo at his side.  John was born to John and Dessie Boone on October 10, 1960 in Des Moines. He attended East High School and will be remembered by many for his humor, smile and laugh. John loved riding his bike, listening...

Feb 21, 2024

Mary Lee Smith, age 92 passed away on February 21, 2024 at UnityPoint Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa.  Mary was born on November 28, 1931 to Allie Coleman and Major Hill in Meridian Mississippi.  

Mary was a part of a large family and graduated from High School in Mississippi.  She met her loving husband Charles Smith and married in...

Feb 18, 2024

Nydeck Lock, 20, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away on February 18, 2024. A private burial will be held in Ezan Cemetery in Parole, Iowa. 

Please pray for her family. 

Feb 3, 2024

La Queta Murphy, 86, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away at University Park Nursing and Rehab in Des Moines on Saturday, February 3, 2024. Her visitation will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Kyles AME Zion Church from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Immediately following her visitation her funeral will begin at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow in...

Feb 2, 2024

Jan 30, 2024

Marie Antoinette Ortiz, 46, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Revival Center COGIC. Immediately following at 8:00 p.m. family and friends are invited to share loving...

Jan 24, 2024

Bertrum "Herky" Burkett, 66, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. A celebration of life will be held on February 2, 2024, at Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  

Herky grew up in Des Moines where he attended East High School. He enjoyed playing sport and watching sports.

Those left to cherish his...

Jan 18, 2024

Elena Aguilar, 95, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at MercyOne Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She will be buried in Miami, Florida. Her funeral services are pending. 

Keep her family in your prayers. 

Jan 17, 2024

Jan 17, 2024

Harlene Louise Cooper (affectionately known as “Weezy”) was born on July 13, 1949 in Des Moines to Harley and Wanda Mae (Gibson) Payney. She grew up in Des Moines where she attended and graduated from Tech High School in Des Moines. Following school, she began working at American Mutual Life Company as an insurance representative. Harlene married Jerry Cooper on December...

Jan 15, 2024

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Robert “Bob” Willett Connelly, 77, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, at SunnyView Care Center in Ankeny, Iowa surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Highland Park Christian Church. His memorial service will immediately...

Jan 14, 2024

David Patten, 67, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines on Sunday, January 14, 2024 surrounded by his loving son. Memorial services are pending.

Please keep David's family in your prayers during this difficult time.

Jan 7, 2024

Janice Marie Parrish has gone home to the Lord on January 7, 2024.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 1:00pm at Maple Street Baptist Church and repast to follow.

Please lift this family up in prayer during the days to come.

 

Janice Marie Parrish was born on September 15, 1949 to Rev. George Parrish Sr. and...

Jan 3, 2024

Rosie Mae Bennett, 87, formerly of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on January 3, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Her funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Captial Hill Church, 3322 E. 25th, in Des Moines at 1:00 p.m.

Her full obituary is pending.

Please keep her family in your prayers during this difficult time.

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Jan 2, 2024

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Gaynelle Narcisse was born on February 4, 1934 to Frances “Mamie” Simmons and Albert “Dave” Kellogg in Des Moines, Iowa. 

 

Gaynelle was a lifelong resident of Iowa. She was educated through the Des Moines Public School System.  Gaynelle had attended Logan Elementary School, Amos Hiatt Junior High School and graduated...